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Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.

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In this episode, Dave and Chris jump into a DADS conversation before welcoming back Chef Roy Shvartzapel of From Roy who explains the art of panettone making. Then, the three discuss how personal preferences and subjective tastes shape our understanding of excellence in food, challenging us to redefine what makes food truly great. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Roy Shvartzapel Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Productions: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris are live from Infatuation L.A.’s food festival, EeeeeatsCon, with special guest 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' star Glenn Howerton. The show kicks off with a tasting of Glenn’s Four Walls whiskey and a discussion on its origin before the guys dive into Three Things (2:55). Three Things sees the group share their thoughts on the greatest culinary contributions from Ireland (15:34). Later, they judge food at EeeeeatsCon by splitting the dishes into three categories: best foods paired with whiskey, best grilled, and best sweets. They taste and debate over bites from Toma, Tacos Los Cholos, Le Great Outdoor, Si! Mon, Community Goods, Kanomwaan, Mini Kabob, Kuya Lord, and more (23:24). Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Glenn Howerton Producers: Victoria Valencia, Ira Chute, Chris Ying, Infatuation L.A. Additional Production Supervision: Cory McConnell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave is joined by Chris Ying for an episode in which the two discuss the Courvoisier club, the enduring greatness of Hamlet’s Kitchen, and rules for a restaurant playlist before they get into a game of Price Fixing. The two guess the prices of items on menus at Jiquitaia in São Paulo, Brazil; Khaluna in Minneapolis; and Duly’s Place in Detroit. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave is joined by Chris Ying and Rachel Khong to discuss Rachel’s latest novel, 'Real Americans,' and her upcoming book tour. The trio then play Underrated/Overrated with ’90s trends before going into a How to Menu of Kopitiam in New York’s Lower East Side. Topics covered include learning parents’ stories as an Asian American, Dave’s love of 'The Matrix,' and the culinary definition of a foam. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Rachel Khong Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris have had a busy, wild year: 'Dinner Time Live,' 'Thursday Night Football,' and everything in between. They grade their predictions from 2023 about 2024: How did Davestradamus do? Dave and Chris also share their highlights of the year, from the best dishes they ate to the best cities they visited. See you in 2025! Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Additional Production Supervision: Noelle Cornelio and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On today’s episode, we have a massive Buy/Sell: Holiday Edition. It’s the holiday season, and there’s nothing we love to do more during our holiday meals than debate. Dave, Chris, Bianco, and producer Kelsey debate some of the hottest topics of the coldest season. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Chris Bianco Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris chat with Anoop Pillarisetti, owner of the New Orleans–inspired restaurant Strange Delight, about the pain and, in turn, triumphs that can come with opening and running a restaurant. Anoop takes Dave and Chris through the conceptualization and opening of Strange Delight, discusses the pressures and uncertainties of running a restaurant, and dives into the love it takes. Anoop also gives an atlas of Fort Greene, Brooklyn, and a How to Menu at the restaurant. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Anoop Pillarisetti Video Producers: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Audio: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This episode has tales of woe from a Black Friday Amazon broadcast and tales of triumph at 'Dinner Time Live.' Stay tuned to hear about Kansas City barbecue, served up with a side of Latin American Christmas. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Additional Production Supervision: Noelle Cornelio and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave’s “sister” Christina Tosi stops by the Majordomo studio to talk about her new book, ‘Bake Club,’ and get nostalgic about their long friendship and their career journeys. In her book, Tosi combines the scientific side of the chef's brain with relatable cooking. The trio then underscore the importance of Christina’s slogan, which implores others to go beyond the recipe and empower every chef to trust their taste and instincts. In a Parents’ Corner, Dave, Christina, and Chris talk about how, even if you’re an amazing chef, your kids just might not eat the lunch you made for them, but they have a tip or two you can try! Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Christina Tosi Video Producers: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Audio: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Recording at the Aria's Chase Sapphire Reserve Lounge in Las Vegas, Dave and Chris are joined by Eddie Huang on F1 weekend to talk Sin City experiences. They talk about their dining during the weekend, give room service recommendations, and run through a How to Menu: Din Tai Fung edition. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Eddie Huang Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, Chris and Dave answer a cornucopia of Ask Dave questions from listeners like you about Thanksgiving food and traditions. They follow it up by revisiting Pie Opinion Is Fact, where they blind taste test an assortment of their favorite holiday pie, the underrated key lime, to find the best pie that you can get. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producers: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Audio: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Additional Production Supervision: Noelle Cornelio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On today's episode, Dave is in Philadelphia, home of acclaimed chef Marc Vetri. With multiple planned stops at Vetri’s restaurants, Dave takes a deep dive into his impact on Italian cuisine in America. Afterward, Dave describes surviving his complicated Wawa shopping experience, and completes a World Cup of Snacks, bringing back tasty memories from childhood and creating new ones. Host: Dave Chang Video Producers: Victoria Valencia and Ira Chute Audio: Victoria Valencia and Ira Chute Majordomo Media producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris discuss grocery selections and food portions that need improvement. They also answer questions that their kids may have for them, and it is clear, as it is to most parents, that they might not know how many things work. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Audio: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After last episode’s Chef Profile on Dave’s old boss and legendary chef Tom Colicchio, Tom joins Dave and Chris for an interview about his culinary journey and his new book, ‘Why I Cook.’ Tom reflects on some standout moments from a long and accomplished career, reminisces about what Dave was like in his kitchen, and gives insight on how to be confident and constantly be ahead of the curve. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Tom Colicchio Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris do a deep dive on a legendary chef who will join them next episode: Tom Colicchio. Tom is much more than a 'Top Chef' judge; he’s a culinary icon. They talk about his influence on New American and international cuisine, Tom’s unique point of view, his activism, and his approach to food. After an informative discussion about Tom, stay tuned for an Ask Dave and rapid-fire MOIF session. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer Additional Production Supervision: Noelle Cornelio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Marco reflect on their time together in the East Village and how the area has changed in the 20 years since they opened restaurants there (3:58). Dave, Chris, and Marco also talk about Marco’s restaurant, Hearth, celebrating its 21st anniversary, as well as his personal journey toward nutrition and good health, which culminated in the creation of his bone broth company: Brodo. Brodo celebrates its 10th anniversary this year (14:20). They then finish with a session of futuristic Buy or Sell (45:32). Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Marco Canora Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris have an intellectual discussion about the future of meat and cultivated meat with expert Eric Schulze. They chat about the environmental benefits of cultivated meat and “photomolecular” science. The trio then talks through the “OK, Boomer” attitude regarding climate change, the debate over “scaffolding” in cultivated meat, the timeline of cultivated meat to the market, and beyond. Dave and Chris finish with a new MOIF about the huge rise (metaphorical, it’s unleavened) of the versatile and tasty lavash in Dave’s bread rankings. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Eric Schulze Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Dave and Chris dive into an everyday predicament: the internal struggle of wondering whether they should let someone know that there is food on their face. Plus, a behind-the-scenes recap of the 'Dinner Time Live' holiday noodle cook-off episode! Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Productions: Noelle Cornelio and Kelsey Rearden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris are joined live by The Joint business owner and "Dry Aged Fish Guy" Liwei Liao in our studio kitchen to chat all about sourcing fish and fish butchery. They discuss the common misconceptions about buying fish in supermarkets and how much "fresh" fish is actually frozen (shh!). Tune in for practical advice straight from the expert! Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Liwei Liao Video Producers: Ira Chute and Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chris connect with their old friend Courtney McBroom as she shares her journey from the culinary world to becoming a food consultant for the television series 'Lessons in Chemistry.' She explains the challenges of food styling, the importance of authenticity in food presentation, and the unique experience of working on a film set compared to in a restaurant. The trio reflects on the evolution of culinary careers, the vibrant New York food scene, and Courtney's aspirations for future projects. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Guest: Courtney McBroom Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Renee Colvert, Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and David Meyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Felipe Verillo

haha, what you guys think?

Apr 14th
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Holly Verbeck

Just came across this podcast! I really enjoyed the Anthony Bourdain episode. It shows how many lives he touched, as well as the impact he had on the culinary community in general. Thank you for this episode.

Jul 25th
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Shawn Ramirez

Baali's in wailuku Maui, or Kahului at kau kau market. Good banh mi

Mar 23rd
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Fan jong

Thank you for making me feel normal for being grown and still scared as sh$t to watch horror films because of being scarred for life as a kid - Poltergeist for sure, plus An American Werewolf in London. But y'all should watch Get Out. It's not scary scary.

Nov 26th
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Shawn Ramirez

wow, what happened to this podcast? It was so full of interesting guests and great conversations and ideas. Now it feels like scrolling through pinterest.

Oct 19th
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Jgblacknight 10

1:47

Jul 30th
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Katie Andrew

Mouth watering over the Taiwan restaurant recs ~50 minutes in

May 9th
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Tiffany Heil

this makes me so angry. i am hurt for his family and everyone in this industry. his influence and spirit will live through culinary, and food, and all that it evokes.

Mar 30th
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M Wang

Thank you for sharing your memories of chef Floyd with us Dave!

Mar 30th
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Mae Lee Arant

As a dad, you have to get real about climate change and how meat is not sustainable to this new world. you need to be part of the movement to use meat sparingly, if at all.

Mar 8th
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Bee Stone

This was fantastic. Right now, I have no other words. I think I'll listen to it at least once more.

Mar 8th
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William Davis

Sean Balto? Sean Malto.......

Jan 14th
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Myungwoo Yoo

The philosophy, which David Chang has, is very thoughtful. And I'm totally agree with that. I'm dreaming about to be Chang's team member in future. Thanks for your podcast.

Nov 29th
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guitarforumdude

Great interview and a great guest. Smith has great insights on creativity. She's right, the person with great ambition will excel over one with "natural talent." Fantastic questions from Dave. Yes, cooking, as with anything, can be art. That lies with the cook, and the diner to decide. You can find it from a food truck, or a 4 star restaurant.

Sep 29th
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untitled1234

thank you for this episode. i love pottery and asian culture in general

Jul 24th
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Thiago M. Pinto

Long as hell, but I think it's funny.

Jul 11th
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Mae Lee Arant

I dont know if David Chang ever looks at comments but someone please pass on to him that there is solid research about gut envirodome health and mood disorders. as chefs the alcohol and foods you eat may not be healthy gut bacteria you need. there are 2 specific types that are low in people with depression and anxiety.PLEASE GET TO A DOCTOR AND GET YOURS CHECKED!!

Jul 2nd
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Thanh Nguyen

hey david Chang. I know you don't really fuck with soccer all that much but Asians do a have a premier talent in pro sports right now. Son Heung-Min from Tottenham Hotspur. he's a top 10 player in the world right now but doesn't get enough love. imo it's because he's Asian. check him out and throw some love at him because the boy deserves it!

May 3rd
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Mae Lee Arant

david. as you have your child please be a leader in reflecting on the cost of climate change associated with meat as well as the cruelty of factory farming.

Mar 24th
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Bic Vu

This is a great podcast, not just about food, but about work. The good, the bad, the ugly delicious.

Mar 1st
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